Maggar
Maggar is a village located in Kharar tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kharar (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Maggar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maggar unique in its vibrant Kharar-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Maggar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maggar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maggar is 039132. The village spans a total geographical area of 113 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140307. Kharar is nearest town to Maggar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Maggar
Population of Maggar
According to the 2011 Census, Maggar has a total population of about 509, with approximately 279 males and 230 females. The sex ratio is around 824 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 167 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.44%, with male literacy at about 79.57% and female literacy near 70.43%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maggar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 279 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 94 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 384 | 222 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 57 | 68 |
Connectivity of Maggar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maggar. As per the 2011 stats, Maggar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maggar
Knowing the nearby villages of Maggar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maggar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maggar
- Where is Maggar located?
- Maggar village is situated in Kharar Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maggar?
- Maggar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maggar?
- The pincode of Maggar is 140307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maggar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maggar is 509, with 279 males and 230 females.
- How many households are there in Maggar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maggar village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maggar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maggar is 75.44%. The male literacy rate is 79.57%, while the female literacy rate is 70.43%.